Family Relocation
Family relocations bring extra considerations — schools, dependent permits, family-friendly areas and larger accommodation. We coordinate all of these alongside your main relocation plan.
What is different about moving as a family
An individual relocation and a family relocation share the same foundations — residency, accommodation, arrival — but a family move adds dependent permits, school research, larger accommodation requirements and a longer settling-in period for children adjusting to a new environment.
re-LOCATE treats these as part of one coordinated plan rather than a series of separate enquiries, so decisions about area, schooling and housing are made together rather than in isolation.
Dependent residency permits
Spouses and children typically apply for residence alongside the main applicant, though the specific route and required documents depend on the primary applicant's category. Processing speed for dependents does not always match the main application, so timelines need to be planned with some flexibility.
Immigration decisions are made by Cypriot authorities, not by re-LOCATE. We coordinate the process and introduce licensed immigration lawyers who assess eligibility and prepare applications on your behalf.
Choosing a family-friendly area
Families often prioritise different factors than individual relocators — proximity to schools, safe outdoor space, other families in the area and manageable commute times. Areas such as Germasogeia in Limassol, Tala and Coral Bay near Paphos, and suburban Nicosia are commonly considered for these reasons, though the right fit depends on your specific priorities.
Schools: international, private and public options
Cyprus has a range of international schools offering British, American and other curricula, alongside private and public Greek-language schools. Availability, fees, curriculum and admissions timelines vary between schools and cities, and popular schools can have waiting lists.
We help you shortlist schools based on curriculum, location and age group, and coordinate visits or admissions enquiries — the enrolment decision itself is between you and the school.
Healthcare for families
Cyprus has both public healthcare through the General Healthcare System (GESY) and a well-developed private healthcare sector, including paediatric specialists in the larger cities. Access and enrolment depend on your residency and insurance status.
re-LOCATE provides relocation coordination only. We are not a law firm, accounting practice or estate agency. Legal, tax and property matters are handled by independently licensed professionals from our network.
Childcare and everyday logistics
Nurseries, after-school clubs and childminding services are available in the main cities, with availability generally better in Limassol and Nicosia than in smaller towns. We can point you toward local resources as part of your arrival planning, alongside practical matters like school-run logistics and extracurricular activities.
Moving with pets
Cyprus, as an EU member state, follows EU pet travel requirements, including microchipping, rabies vaccination and, depending on your country of origin, additional health certification. Requirements and timelines vary by country of departure, so this needs to be planned well ahead of your move date.
Settling children into a new environment
Children typically need time to adjust to a new school, language exposure and social environment. Arriving with some buffer before the school term starts, and having a settled home before the first school day, generally makes the transition easier — something we factor into family relocation timelines wherever possible.
How re-LOCATE coordinates family relocation
We combine dependent residency tracking, school shortlisting, family-friendly area guidance and accommodation search into a single coordinated plan, with one point of contact managing the different workstreams together.
How re-LOCATE helps
Your dedicated coordinator manages timelines, introduces licensed professionals and keeps every workstream aligned.
- Dependent residency permit tracking
- School shortlisting and enquiry coordination
- Family-friendly area guidance
- Accommodation search sized for your household
- Arrival and settling-in support timed around the school term
Frequently asked questions
Professional coordination, without blurred boundaries.
We coordinate your relocation. Licensed professionals provide regulated advice in their fields.
re-LOCATE
Planning, coordination, timeline management and client communication.
Lawyers
Legal and immigration advice, application preparation and representation.
Accountants
Tax registration, accounting, payroll and ongoing compliance.
Licensed estate agents
Regulated property search, viewings and tenancy agreements.
Authorities
Government bodies make final decisions on permits and approvals.
Moving to Cyprus with your family?
School research, dependent permits and family-friendly areas, coordinated alongside your main relocation plan.